Prepare Yard For Summer
Posted: Sat Mar 29, 2003 4:26 pm
Prepare Yard For Summer
April showers bring May flowers -- but not without some diligent preparation from homeowners. In order to get your yard and garden up to par for the warm months of summer, spring is the perfect opportunity to start on a few projects.
By getting your hands dirty and sprucing up your yard and garden, you'll make your home more appealing and the envy of your neighbors. The following tips will help:
Fix Cracks
Cold winters can wreak havoc on cement, causing dangerous and unsightly cracks in your driveway, patio or sidewalk. Choose a product with abrasion resistance to seal cracks or gaps in concrete so withstand pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Prepare Mulch And Planting Beds
Spring is the best time to prepare mulch beds and gardens for summer planting. Start by removing old mulch or plants and loosen the ground.
Build A Retaining Wall
Building raised planting beds and retaining walls are beautiful and simple do-it-yourself projects. Using different colors, as well as straight or beveled faced landscape blocks, can add an interesting architectural dimension and style to any conventional yard.
Fertilize Your Lawn
Spring and summer is prime time for weeds to invade your lawn. By fertilizing your lawn one to three times per year, you can reduce weed invasion and keep it looking healthy. In addition, remember to water your lawn frequently during the warmer months to keep it in peak condition.
Install A Brick Patio Or Walkway
Add a brick patio or a walkway to your garden or as the finishing touch to your yard. Before you begin, map out the path of the project. Remember to choose a brick that will withstand weather conditions in your area. It may be more expensive, but will save you money in the long run from replacing cracked bricks. The Brick Institute of America provides a variety of ideas and photos.
Although time consuming, these spring projects will not only give your yard a face-lift, but help you to enjoy the longer spring and summer days outdoors.
April showers bring May flowers -- but not without some diligent preparation from homeowners. In order to get your yard and garden up to par for the warm months of summer, spring is the perfect opportunity to start on a few projects.
By getting your hands dirty and sprucing up your yard and garden, you'll make your home more appealing and the envy of your neighbors. The following tips will help:
Fix Cracks
Cold winters can wreak havoc on cement, causing dangerous and unsightly cracks in your driveway, patio or sidewalk. Choose a product with abrasion resistance to seal cracks or gaps in concrete so withstand pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
Prepare Mulch And Planting Beds
Spring is the best time to prepare mulch beds and gardens for summer planting. Start by removing old mulch or plants and loosen the ground.
Build A Retaining Wall
Building raised planting beds and retaining walls are beautiful and simple do-it-yourself projects. Using different colors, as well as straight or beveled faced landscape blocks, can add an interesting architectural dimension and style to any conventional yard.
Fertilize Your Lawn
Spring and summer is prime time for weeds to invade your lawn. By fertilizing your lawn one to three times per year, you can reduce weed invasion and keep it looking healthy. In addition, remember to water your lawn frequently during the warmer months to keep it in peak condition.
Install A Brick Patio Or Walkway
Add a brick patio or a walkway to your garden or as the finishing touch to your yard. Before you begin, map out the path of the project. Remember to choose a brick that will withstand weather conditions in your area. It may be more expensive, but will save you money in the long run from replacing cracked bricks. The Brick Institute of America provides a variety of ideas and photos.
Although time consuming, these spring projects will not only give your yard a face-lift, but help you to enjoy the longer spring and summer days outdoors.
